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Supporters of Taiwan's Vice President and president-elect from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Lai Ching-te wait for him to speak at the party's headquarters on January 13, 2024, in Taipei, Taiwan. (Annice Lyn via Getty Images)
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